You're watching America this morning America's number 1 early morning news. Sad news now passing report from the entertainment world. Chris Kelly one half. But that crisscross stilwell has died in his hometown of Atlanta from an apparent drug overdose. Betty -- best known for their son jumped from their debut album known as Mac daddy Kelly performed alongside Chris Smith who's known as daddy -- entirely. And mid ninety's they were just thirteen years old when they were discovered at an Atlanta mall. Kelly's mom released a statement overnight calling her son quote. Kind generous and fun loving life of the party Chris Kelly was just 34 years old.

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Iconic '90s One-Hit Wonder Rapper Dead at 34

Authorities are investigating Chris Kelly death as a possible drug overdose.

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